Affordable New SUVs Under AED 80,000 in the UAE

Here’s a compiled list of new affordable SUV options available in the UAE under AED 80,000. If you are looking for even more affordable options, check out the list of new SUVs under AED 70,000. 

All the SUVs listed are equipped with automatic transmissions and include standard driving and safety features commonly found in new vehicles, such as Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Cruise Control System (CCS), Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), and Traction Control System (TCS).

Let’s take a closer look and explore what options are available for under AED 80,000.

Suzuki Grand Vitara (AED 79,900)

The 2025 Suzuki Grand Vitara has been relaunched in the Middle East after being discontinued in 2018. This sub-compact SUV is manufactured in India by Maruti Suzuki. Under the hood, it features a 1.5-litre mild-hybrid engine paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission.

The standard ‘GL’ trim is a 2WD and comes with ambient cabin lighting, a 7-inch HD capacitive touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a wireless phone charger, front USB sockets, a 360-degree view camera and a head-up display. Safety features include six airbags, a pedestrian protection body and Total Effective Control Technology (TECT).

For an additional AED 5,000, you can upgrade to the ‘GLX FWD’ trim, which includes a panoramic roof with overlapping glass panels, black leather seats, a 9-inch HD capacitive touchscreen and rear USB sockets.

The ‘GLX 4WD’ trim, priced at AED 13,000 more than the FWD trim, offers ALLGRIP SELECT with four selectable drive modes: Auto, Sport, Mud/Snow, and Lock. It also includes hill hold and descent control for enhanced off-road capability.

• Price Range: AED 79,900 – AED 97,900
• Body Style: 5-Door SUV
• Engine: 1.5-litre mild hybrid 4-cylinder
• Power: 102 hp
• Torque: 137 Nm
• Fuel Economy: 19.2 km/L – 20.4 km/L

Toyota Urban Cruiser (AED 79,900)

The 2025 Toyota Urban Cruiser is a subcompact SUV, manufactured in India. It is equipped with a 1.5-litre 4-cylinder engine paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission and comes in an FWD configuration.

The standard ‘GL’ trim features a mono-tone body colour, fog lamps, roof spoiler, smart keyless entry, Follow-Me-Home headlamps, a 7-inch multimedia display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility and 60:40 split rear seats. Safety features include a rearview camera, parking sensors, ISOFIX, curtain airbags, an emergency call system and Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC).

For an additional AED 6,000, the upgraded ‘GLX’ trim offers a two-tone body colour, leather seats, ambient cabin lighting, interior illumination, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, a head-up display, 6 speakers, a 9-inch multimedia display, a wireless phone charger and a 360-degree view camera. 

• Price Range: AED 79,900 – AED 85,900
• Body Style: 5-Door SUV
• Engine: 1.5-litre 4-cylinder
• Power: 102 hp
• Torque: 135 Nm
• Fuel Economy: 19.6 km/L

Hyundai Creta (AED 74,999)

The 2025 Hyundai Creta is the Korean brand’s subcompact SUV offering, equipped with a 1.5-litre engine and paired with an Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT).

The standard ‘Smart FWD’ trim features LED DRLs, a black and chrome front grille, LED headlamps and LED rear combination lamps. Inside, it offers a 10.25-inch TFT metre cluster, an 8-inch display with smartphone integration, 60:40 split rear seats, wireless smartphone charging, rear USB charging points, push-button start and ambient lighting.

Safety features include Hill-Start Assist Control, a rearview monitor and a dual airbag system.

• Price Range: AED 74,999 – AED 75,999
• Body Style: 5-Door SUV
• Engine: 1.5-litre 4-cylinder
• Power: 113 hp
• Torque: 144 Nm
• Fuel Economy: 16.9 km/L

Geely Coolray (AED 74,500)

The 2024 Geely Coolray is a Chinese subcompact SUV equipped with a 1.5-litre turbo engine and a 7DCT transmission. The SUV is available in four trims and comes in an FWD configuration. The standard ‘GL’ trim features 17-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights, LED daytime running lights, a 10.25-inch instrument screen, a 12.3-inch infotainment display, 6 speakers, and Bluetooth connectivity. Safety features include a rearview camera, rear parking sensors and Hill Descent Control (HDC).

For an additional AED 6,000, the ‘GK’ trim comes with 18-inch alloy wheels and a panoramic roof.

The higher ‘GF’ and ‘GF+’ trims, priced at AED 6,400 and AED 8,400 more than the ‘GK’ trim, offer extra features including an electric tailgate, sporty leather seats, driver seat ventilation, a wireless phone charger, a 6-way adjustable driver’s seat and a 540-degree camera. Safety features include Blind Spot Detection (BSD), front and rear parking sensors, automatic parking assistance, Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Lane Keep Assist (LKA), Intelligent High Beam Control (IHBC) and side curtain airbags.

• Price Range: AED 74,500 – AED 88,900
• Body Style: 5-Door SUV
• Engine: 1.5-litre turbo 4-cylinder
• Power: 177 hp
• Torque: 255 Nm
• Fuel Economy: 17.9 km/L

Nissan Kicks (AED 71,000)

The 2024 Nissan Kicks is a front-wheel-drive subcompact SUV, manufactured in Mexico. It is powered by a 1.6-litre engine, paired with a CVT automatic transmission. The standard ‘S’ trim features 16-inch alloy wheels, a rear spoiler, keyless entry, halogen headlights, 60:40 split rear seats, Bluetooth and USB connectivity. Safety features include parking sensors, Hill Start Assist and Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC).

The ‘SV’ trim, priced AED 5,000 higher, includes 17-inch alloy wheels, auto headlights, LED fog lights, LED taillights, a 7-inch TFT display screen, a rearview camera and a 7-inch Advanced Drive-Assist display.

The ‘SL’ trim, priced at AED 11,000 more than the ‘SV’ trim, adds LED headlights with DRLs, a Nissan Intelligent Key, a remote engine starter, a push start button, black leather seats, auto climate control, a centre armrest with storage, 8 speakers, and a 7-inch touchscreen display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration. Safety features include side and curtain airbags and an Intelligent Around View Monitor with object detection.

For additional features, the higher ‘SL + NIM + Brown’ trim, priced at AED 2,500 extra, offers brown leather seats along with safety features such as an electronic handbrake, Forward Collision Warning, Blind Spot Warning and Rear Cross Traffic Alert.

• Price Range: AED 71,000 – AED 89,500
• Body Style: 5-Door SUV
• Engine: 1.6-litre 4-cylinder
• Power: 118 hp
• Torque: 149 Nm
• Fuel Economy: 15.4 km/L

Few other options for SUVs under AED 80,000 include the following:

• 2025 Mazda CX-3 (AED 79,900)
• 2024 Citroen C4 (AED 79,100)
• 2024 DFSK Fengon 580 (AED 76,000)